For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: ben@jgpr.net

Easton Fire Department Holds Graduation for Newest CERT Members

EASTON — Chief Kevin Partridge is pleased to announce that the Easton Fire Department completed its training of the newest members of the Easton Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) last week.

The 12 newest members of Easton CERT graduated the training program on Thursday, Nov. 1 at the Easton Fire Department headquarters.

“This was a fantastic group that was eager to learn and participate in the CERT program,” Chief Partridge said. “Easton CERT now boasts over 30 members, all of whom are ready to help at a moment’s notice.”

Classes were held over nine weeks and students underwent training on a variety of topics, including emergency and disaster preparedness, fire safety, first aid, sheltering operations, light search and rescue and more.

CERT volunteers provide staffing and operational support for Easton’s emergency shelters, when necessary. The team also participates in many community events. Easton CERT now has 31 members.

The program was taught by CERT instructor John Hebb with assistance from Pamela Berglund, who is the executive assistant for Easton Fire.

The newest Easton CERT members are:

• June Kendall
• Joe Lawlor
• Doug Hart
• Eric Davis
• Todd Sandstrum
• Rick Berglund
• Brenda Eldridge
• Janice Hinglebine
• Denise Morgan
• Kari Mekler
• Becky Dunklee
• Randi Graham

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